First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday expressed strong outrage over the abduction of 25 students from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State’s Danko Wasagu Local Government Area.
During a visit to her office in Abuja by the Wives of Service Chiefs, Tinubu called for a minute of silence in honour of the slain vice principal and the kidnapped schoolgirls.
The delegation comprised Mrs Sefiyan Shuaibu, Mrs Ngozi Aneke, Mrs Aishatu Abass, and Mrs Elizabeth Egbetokun, representing the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Police Officers’ Wives Associations.
Tinubu commended the newly appointed service chiefs for what she described as their renewed commitment to strengthening national security.
She also praised their spouses for supporting their husbands’ demanding roles and for contributing actively to community development.
She encouraged the visiting wives to explore partnerships with her office, noting her previous productive collaborations with past service chiefs’ spouses, particularly initiatives supporting widows and military families.
Reflecting on the recent attack, the First Lady acknowledged the difficult conditions security personnel face in Kebbi and commended their courage.
She stressed the importance of ensuring the safety of all Nigerians, especially children.
Tinubu also announced upcoming end-of-year humanitarian projects sponsored by her NGO, the Renewed Hope Initiative.
These include financial aid for persons with disabilities on December 3 and support for elderly citizens on December 16.
According to her, N100 million has been earmarked for vulnerable groups nationwide.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Mrs Egbetokun thanked the First Lady for her leadership and consistent support.
She highlighted ongoing programmes within their associations, such as skills training, scholarships, and annual assistance to elderly citizens.
The visiting group also pledged to continue partnering with the First Lady to expand empowerment efforts and contribute to peace-building and community welfare across the country.
